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Vikinger Theme
Vikinger Theme is a WordPress theme built for social networks and online communities. It pairs BuddyPress social features, such as profiles, activity streams and private messaging, with GamiPress gamification, so members can earn badges, points and ranks as they take part in your community.
- Version
- 2.0.0
- Released
- Aug 25, 2026
- Type
- WordPress theme
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 on its own
What’s new in Vikinger Theme 2.0.0
Version 2.0.0 · Aug 25, 2026
Latest
What it does
Running a community site means giving people a reason to sign up, fill out a profile and keep coming back. This theme is designed around two plugins that handle those jobs. BuddyPress supplies the social side: member profiles, activity streams, friend connections and private messages. GamiPress adds a reward layer, with achievements, points and ranks that members collect as they participate. The theme ties both into one consistent design, so the social tools and the reward system look like parts of the same site.
The layout is responsive and adapts to desktops, tablets and phones. Member directories are searchable, and profile pages can be customized so each member can present themselves. Theme settings and layout options let you adjust the look and feel without writing code, which helps you match the design to your niche or brand. The theme also supports monetization through membership plans, premium features or digital rewards, and it works alongside other popular WordPress plugins for extra social, e-commerce and media functions.
Best for
- Niche social networks and online communities
- Membership sites that reward active participation
- Brands building a member community around their audience
Features
BuddyPress social features
Uses BuddyPress to provide user profiles, activity streams, friend connections and private messaging, giving members the core tools of a social network.
GamiPress achievements and ranks
Supports GamiPress so you can reward participation with customizable achievements, points and ranks that members earn as they use the community.
Searchable member directories
Includes member directories that visitors can search, making it simpler for people to find each other and start new connections inside the community.
Customizable profile pages
Profile pages can be customized so members can present their interests and personality, and others can learn about them before connecting.
Activity feeds
Activity streams let members post updates, share content and interact with each other, keeping a running record of what is happening on the site.
No-code design settings
Theme settings and flexible layout options let you change the look and feel of your community without editing any code.
Responsive layout
The modern design adapts to desktops, tablets and mobile devices, so members can use the community comfortably on whatever screen they have.
Monetization options
Supports earning from your community through membership plans, premium features or digital rewards, working with popular payment gateways.
Vikinger Theme older versions
- 1.9.40Aug 27, 2025
- 1.9.34Aug 19, 2025
- 1.9.33Jun 11, 2025
- 1.9.32May 20, 2025
- 1.9.31Mar 28, 2025
- 1.9.30Feb 19, 2025
- 1.9.22Nov 29, 2024
- 1.9.21Oct 17, 2024
- 1.9.20Sep 24, 2024
- 1.9.19Aug 17, 2024
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
27 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.
Questions about Vikinger Theme
Does this theme need BuddyPress and GamiPress to work?
The theme is built around both plugins. BuddyPress provides the social networking features like profiles, activity streams, friends and messaging, while GamiPress powers the achievements, points and ranks. To get the full community experience the theme is designed for, you will want both in place.
Can members earn badges and points?
Yes. Through GamiPress support, members can earn badges, points and achievements as they participate, and move through ranks. You can customize these rewards to fit the kind of activity you want to encourage in your community.
Can I change the design without coding?
Yes. The theme includes settings and flexible layout options that let you adjust the look and feel of your community site without touching code, so you can tailor it to your niche or brand identity.
Can I make money from my community with it?
The theme supports monetization through membership plans, premium features or digital rewards, and it works with popular payment gateways. This gives you options for charging for access or extras within your community.
Is Vikinger Theme free?
The code of Vikinger Theme is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Vikinger Theme is this?
Version 2.0.0, released Aug 25, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Vikinger Theme?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Vikinger Theme automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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